Mechanical Equipment: Compressors, Pumps, Seals, Motors, and Variable-Speed Drives

This workshop will introduce participants to the different types of pumps, motors and drives and their associated technology. The application of different types of pumps and compressors will be discussed along with their suitability for different operational duties. Pump operation, troubleshooting and maintenance will be dealt with in depth. Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:

• Operate pumps and compressors as close as possible to the design efficiency
• Learn about selection, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting strategies
• Monitor pump and compressor efficiency, availability, and reliability

Content

Compressor Systems

• Compressor Performance Measurement
• Compressor Selection and Calculations of Air System Requirements
• Sizing of Compressor System Compressors
• Compressor Types and Operations

Pumps Systems

• Pump Definition and Categories
• Theory of Operation of a Centrifugal Pumps and Selection
• Centrifugal Pumps General Performance Characteristics
• Positive Displacement Pumps

Bearings and Lubrication

• Types of Bearings
• Ball and Roller Bearings
• Used Oil Analysis
• Stressed During Rolling Contacts

Maintenance of Motors

• Introduction of AC induction Motors and their Construction
• Principles of Operation
• Speed Control Methods of Induction Motors
• Failure in Three-Phase Stator Windings

Variable Speed Drives

• Basic Principles of AC Variable-Speed Drives (VSD)
• Voltage Source and Current Source
• Power Semi-Conductors
• Maintenance and Motor Application
• Control Systems

Mechanical Seals

• Basic Components
• Seal Lubrication and Leakage
• Recommended Pump Maintenance
• Variable Analysis and Predictive Maintenance

For Whom: Supervisors, Team Leaders, Professionals in Maintenance, Engineering and Production and Others who wishes to update themselves on pump and compressor technology.